Pesto Pasta Recipe
Fettuccine tossed with a creamy pesto sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Fettuccine
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Pesto Sauce
In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic cloves. Pulse until finely chopped.
- 3
Blend with Olive Oil
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- 4
Mix in Heavy Cream
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pesto with the heavy cream and stir until well blended.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked fettuccine to the pesto sauce and toss until the pasta is evenly coated.
- 6
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
